Theory of Structures Workbook

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Theory of Structures

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Question No. 01
P =4π2 EI/L² is the equation of Euler’s crippling load if

• (A) Both the ends are fixed
• (B) Both the ends are hinged
• (C) One end is fixed and other end is free
• (D) One end is fixed and other end is hinged

Answer: Option A

Question No. 02
Pick up the correct statement from the following:

• (A) The structural member subjected to compression and whose dimensions are small as
  compared to its length, is called a stmt
• (B) The vertical compression members are generally known as columns or stanchions
• (C) Deflection in lateral direction of a long column, is generally known as buckling
• (D) All the above

Answer: Option D

Question No. 03
For calculating the allowable stress of long columns σ0=σy/n [1 – a (1/r)²]is the empirical formula, known as

• (A) Straight line formula
• (B) Parabolic formula
• (C) Perry’s formula
• (D) Rankine’s formula

Answer: Option B